PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - 2CE MED SURG - FT-7P

Jrmc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Jefferson Regional in Kentucky seeks a Patient Care Technician I to assist nurses by delivering direct patient care, maintaining a safe and comforting environment, and protecting patient dignity. The role reports to the nursing staff within the 2CE Med Surg unit, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, shows strong communication and empathy, and can work in a fast-paced team setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Safety Sensitive Position.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills for the electronic medical record.
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients.
• Ability to work in a fast paced team orientated environment.
• Capacity to handle exposure to various clinical environments and potential infectious materials.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients and maintain patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to support patient treatment and recovery.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Empathy

EMR

Healthcare

Education

High School diploma

Job description

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PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - 2CE MED SURG - FT-7P

What You Should Know About thePatient Care Technician I:

• Variable shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on unit need. Refer back to posting on which shift is available. Weekend and holiday shifts are required.
• This position is based within Jefferson Regional Nursing Departments.Refer back to posting on location.

Job Summary:

The Patient Care Technician I plays a critical role in the healthcare team by providing direct patient care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. They will ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, providing compassionate and empathetic care while maintain patient dignity and confidentiality. The PCT will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to support patient treatment and recovery.

Patient Care Technician I Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position.*
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills for the electronic medical record
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients
• Ability to work in a fast paced team orientated environment
• Capacity to handle exposure to various clinical environments and potential infectious materials.
• Have experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability

Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:

• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much, much, more!

Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

*Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.